In his State of the Fresh Produce Industry address, Ron Lemaire talked about the current political climate, the need for global sustainability goals and the need to focus on the consumer.
C & L Fresh Produce Inc., Dominic Produce LLC, Freshquita Brands LLC, PFC Natural Grocery & Deli, and Quality Cut Produce LLC are new companies to the Market. Fisher Orchard, Peach Country and others have changes.
The USDA now has the authority under the Defense Production Act to help prevent supply interruptions at FDA-regulated food facilities, including farms, packinghouses and fresh-cut processing facilities.
Matson Fruit Co., Selah, Wash., has continued working on the pandemic-related concerns of its employees. who have staged walkout protests since May 12.
Summer citrus can be a hard sell as consumers emerge from a winter partaking of oranges, mandarins and grapefruit to suddenly find warm-weather options like berries and stone fruit vying for their attention.
When last we visited, I briefly touched on the idea that it is not the weekly circular or the counter presentation that drives additional sales and margin for independents.
Clay Williams, produce manager for Harps Food Stores in Fayetteville, Ark., started in the industry right out of high school and quickly realized it was exactly where he wanted to be.
Clove & Hoof and FMS Fresh Produce are new companies to the Market. Alstede Farms, Harward Farms, J M R Farms Inc., Malk Organics LLC dba Malk, San Antonio Wholesale Produce Market and others have updates.
The care and preparation needed to ensure produce makes it to the shelf in the best, most appealing condition requires an intricate partnership between farmer and retailer.
When Christopher Columbus returned from his second voyage in 1496, the explorer presented King Ferdinand II with – among other New World delicacies – fresh pineapples.
D'Arrigo Bros Co of New York Inc. has been Endorsed. Cherry Hill Super Market and Complete Design & Packaging are new companies to the Market. Country Sweet Produce Inc., Sol Sweet Farms LLC and others have changes.
When you're at the grocery store and you see the iconic Green Giant™ Fresh label on potatoes, you might not realize that it's more than a "jolly green giant" that's at the wheel.
With up to $2.1 billion for specialty crop producers at stake, the U.S. Department of Agriculture has provided the first details of the Coronavirus Farm Assistance Program direct payment plan.
During the pandemic, "our customers have counted on us like never before,” said Chris Dove, vice president of produce category and merchandising for Food Lion.
Holistic Solutions Global (HSG) is a seed-to-market producer of Tropicados™, tropical green skinned avocados that grow in the warm, fertile climate of the Dominican Republic.
Joseph Fierman and Son Inc., Market Fresh Produce LLC, Minkus Family Farms Inc., and Treasure Valley Farms have been Endorsed. Carlson Produce Consulting, and Van Doran Sales Inc. are new to the Market, plus updates.
With this world we all find ourselves smack in the middle of, I just want to share how grateful I am for our colleagues and friends in the produce world.
The Produce Marketing Association’s Center for Growing Talent is inviting the industry to participate in a Virtual Wellness Walk/Run Challenge to promote health and support the center’s programs.
E Armata Fruit & Produce Inc., GPOD of Idaho, Morada Produce Company LP, and Troyer Brothers FL Inc. have been Endorsed. Humongous Fan and KB Ingredients LLC are new companies to the Market, plus company changes.
The U.S. Department of Agriculture has posted a recording of its May 14 web seminar for growers interested in applying for direct payments through the Coronavirus Food Assistance Program.
Chance Only Trucking Company LLC is a new company to the Market. Agri-Sol Distribution Inc., Altar Produce LLC, Camposol Fresh USA, Inc., Les Serres du St Laurent Inc., Rouses Enterprises LLC and others have updates.
It’s been one year since the Produce for Better Health Foundation launched its Have a Plant brand, and now PBH and its influencer network reach more than 1.5 million consumers a day.
DI 2 Tech, Harold's Supermarket, Sugar Bake Shop & Gourmet Foods, and Vogelsang USA are new companies to the Market. Alma Berry Farms, Gundermann Acres LLC, Hollabaugh Bros Inc. and others have updates.
The Packer is seeking nominations from the produce industry for its annual Produce Man or Woman of the Year award, presented in conjunction with the June 15-19 United Fresh LIVE! conference and expo.
The U.S. Department of Agriculture has filed an administrative complaint against Double D Sales Co. Inc. for violations of the Perishable Agricultural Commodities Act.
The U.S. Department of Agriculture is hosting a web seminar for growers who want to apply for direct payments through the Coronavirus Food Assistance Program.
The U.S. Department of Agriculture has filed an administrative complaint against So Ono Food Products LLC, alleging the company did not pay for $1.34 million in produce.
Rouses produce manager Josh Smith got his start in the industry nearly 15 years ago, when he was just 18, and this year the United Fresh recognized Smith as one of the top 25 produce managers in the nation.
USDA has filed action against So Ono Food Products LLC. Longo Brothers Fruit Market Inc. has been Endorsed. Ashton Potter, Polyplex USA, and PPC Flexible Packaging are new companies to the Market, plus more.
The United Fresh Produce Association, whose annual show has moved to a digital format because of the COVID-19 pandemic, has scheduled a web seminar on exhibiting at the digital event.
USDA filed an Administrative Complaint against Double D Sales Company Inc. Agros Produce LLC, Couzins Food II Corp., Honestly Cranberry, and JB Fresh Produce Inc. are new companies to the Market, plus more.
The Canadian Produce Marketing Association, which joined other groups in cancelling its annual trade show because of the pandemic, is offering sessions online instead.
Royal Rose LLC and Taylor Farms Florida Inc. have been Endorsed. Allwell Greens, Blanchard and Boyaca Trading Company LLC are new companies to the Market. Cultiva Farms USA LLC, Giamarese Farms and others have changes.
The U.S. Department of Agriculture has approved $1.2 billion in contracts for the Farmers to Families Food Box Program, including $461 million for produce purchases.
Dierbergs and Slice of Earth Farm Stand are new companies to the Market. Del Bosque Farming, GOLDEN BASIL FARM LLC, Gordy's Market, Kennies Markets Inc., Mariposa Food Co-op, Porter Farms and others have updates.
Brad Franklin, produce manager for Tops Friendly Markets, lists merchandising, the challenges of perishable inventory management, and interaction with shoppers among the favorite elements of the job.
More than 60 specialty crop organizations sent a letter to Congressional leaders highlighting efforts by growers and other agricultural employers to protect their labor force during the COVID-19 pandemic.
All Express Freight LLC, City Market, Onion River Co-op. and Tennessee Tomato Company LLC are new companies to the Market. Bayers Melon Farm, Bell Blueberries, Naturpac Inc., and others have changes.
